Title:	DISSEMINATING 3D GRAPHICS AND WEB VIRTUAL REALITY KNOWLEDGE THROUGH PRIMARY EDUCATION INTERACTIVE LEARNING ACTIONS
Author(s):	Jorge Ferreira Franco , Roseli De Deus Lopes
ISBN:	978-972-8924-84-3
Editors:	Yingcai Xiao, Tomaz Amon and Piet Kommers
Year:	2009
Edition:	Single
Keywords:	Web-Based Knowledge, Cognition, Lifelong Learning, Interactive Education, Desktop Virtual Reality, Culture.
Type:	Short Paper
First Page:	292
Last Page:	296
Language:	English
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Paper Abstract:	In this paper, we present an interactive computer supported collaborative learning experience that has been carried out for supporting the dissemination of 3D computer graphics and Web Virtual Reality technology within the context of primary education. Desktop Virtual Reality, Web-based and low cost third party 2D and 3D technologies have served as platforms for developing the learning experiences. These technologies have been used to stimulate individuals enhancing their digital technical skills fluency; improve spatial thinking, writing, researching and communication abilities; understand and apply information visualization concepts and resources in active way through building three-dimensional virtual environments within an interdisciplinary view point. This interdisciplinary view point has encompassed approximating individuals from sciences, technology, art and culture while they have shared knowledge and developed innovative and transformative mental attitudes necessary for the citizens in the third millennium. The results have been approximating primary and high education; improving primary students’ autonomy for dealing with digital web-based technologies and producing their own applications; using information and communication technology for learning and producing meaningful school curriculum content in a creative way; and sharing the 3D web-based knowledge developed beyond the school environment, bringing about individuals’ transformative and innovative lifelong learning attitudes.
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